Microsoft Surface 2 & Surface Pro 2 Hands On

In Midtown Manhattan, Panos Panay (Surface GM) debuted the newest tablets from Microsoft. The Surface 2 and the Surface Pro 2 are revamped and ready to take on the competition. Chris Velazco goes hands-on and in-depth.

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[KnardDog]

you may not at first. but one advantage it has over the black or darker colors is that you can't see your fingerprints on it after holding it. With the older models and the Pro 2, fingerprints are very noticeable.

[arkine]

You could be right. I read somewhere that it's a mini HDMI, but the article may have been wrong.

[jeniablakebear]

You are correct for the surface pro 2 but the surface 2 has an hd video out port, whatever that means. Either way you can get an adapter for under 10 dollars that will work for hdmi on both models

[jeniablakebear]

The digitizer, the touch screen, the size, the durability and portability are some reasons. It makes more sense to get a pro 2 if you're constantly on the go, and a decent monitor for extreme home use than to lug around a 13-17 inch ultrabook, no matter how light it is.

[asktheanswer]

im so grateful for all the awesome moments ive spent with computers

[AdrianVisan]

Depends on what you need to do with it. The problem with surface is that it can't run desktop apps, but if you don't use too many and can easily find replacements then sure, why not?

[Trigr]

I agree with the comments about the RT, imho the 3rd gen "RT" device should be Atom based and run "Full Fat" 8.1 or whatever version we have by then, this will help the devide between 8/RT and make it easier for MS to support 2 platforms WP8/Win8 as opposed to 3 WP8/RT/Win8..

[TheFallenModders]

Me being a college student, I honestly think that the Surface RT and Surface 2 would be great options. This product provides you with the ability to write your essays, research papers, etc. on the fly. That is why I'm planning to purchase the Surface 2. It'd would be great to use it for school and then just use it as an entertainment device after. Don't get me wrong though, the iPad and many other tablets are great, but this one is perfect for both professional and entertainment uses.

[jgonz]

yes it does have an internal keyboard both the standard and pro. And I'm pretty sure they run like any other app only that they might look a slight different but dont count me on that.

[DebbiesTravelGuide]

Definitely planing on getting the pro. The only problem i had with my last pro was of course the battery life. ...which will not be an issue this time around. I'm goinf

[txmoney]

I used to be a Surface RT detractor just because is got the impression that is was a "watered down" Windows experience. Then I actually bought one and used it. I was completely wrong. It is a wonderful tablet and does nearly everything the Surface Pro does except no stylus and no legacy software capability. I own both the Pro and RT. I enjoy the both for different reasons. You really have to try these tablets to appreciate just how good they are.

[joshylineallen]

The backlit keyboard for the surface 2 is the best feature so far. Good job Microsoft!!!

[nourez]

I'm all over the Surface Pro 2 if the batter can get me through a day of class or work. More often than not I should be able to plug in if needed but the only reason I didn't jump on with the first Surface Pro was battery life.

[nenabunena]

@NiecySmith yes this can connect to printers or any USB devices like regular pcs

[jgonz]

the s2 has a 5 touch interface, the pro has a 10 touch interface mainly for the whole purpose of drawing.

[KhajiitLvr]

Yes you can. I have a Surface Pro connected to an HP wireless printer at home and can print off of it wirelessly. HP even made an app for it.

[jgonz]

yup, you can play I assume all types of games but doubt at max resolution, but the concept is to be able to play them so yes.

[ohemeffgeee]

Yes, it works pretty similar to a normal Microsoft OS, so you can download all of that.

[Sharp_yE]

I think it's also just a display port. Just from looking at it but what ever. N yes thats is the point of display port, it can display multiple different outputs. I'm glad to see display port instead of HDMI.

[killazerg]

I have an iPad 2 and am thinking of getting a Surface. I'm getting tired of the limitations of the iPad. I use the Good Notes app on the iPad for class notes; how good is the Surface for notes and storing PDF books? Does it check for licences? Does it support Flash? Thanks!